HER FINAL YEAR ON THE TOUR Annika Sorenstam's Farewell Tour
Starting her final season on a high note: Annika wins the 2008 SBS Open held in Kahuku, Hawaii at the Turtle Bay Resort on Saturday, February 16, 2008.Starting her final season on a high note: Annika wins the 2008 SBS Open held in Kahuku, Hawaii at the Turtle Bay Resort on Saturday, February 16, 2008.
The HSBC Women's Champions at the Tanah Merah Country Club on March 2, 2008 in Singapore: Annika was the runner up.The HSBC Women's Champions at the Tanah Merah Country Club on March 2, 2008 in Singapore: Annika was the runner up.
Annika hits her tee shot on the eighth hole during the third round of the Safeway International at Superstition Mountain Golf and Country Club on March 29, 2008 in Superstition Mountain, ArizonaAnnika hits her tee shot on the eighth hole during the third round of the Safeway International at Superstition Mountain Golf and Country Club on March 29, 2008 in Superstition Mountain, Arizona
The Kraft-Nabisco Championship at the Dinah Shore Course at Mission Hills Country Club in Rancho Mirage, California: Annika finished T2.The Kraft-Nabisco Championship at the Dinah Shore Course at Mission Hills Country Club in Rancho Mirage, California: Annika finished T2.
Annnika celebrates as her bunker shot falls in the hole for a birdie on the 15h hole during the third round of the Kraft Nabisco Championship.Annnika celebrates as her bunker shot falls in the hole for a birdie on the 15h hole during the third round of the Kraft Nabisco Championship.
Annika throws her ball toward the crowd after winning the Stanford International Pro-Am at Fairmont Turnberry Isle Resort & Club on April 27, 2008 in Aventura, Florida. Sorenstam defeated Paula Creamer in a one hole playoff.Annika throws her ball toward the crowd after winning the Stanford International Pro-Am at Fairmont Turnberry Isle Resort & Club on April 27, 2008 in Aventura, Florida. Sorenstam defeated Paula Creamer in a one hole playoff.
Annika gets the winner's shower after the final round of the Michelob Ultra Open in Williamsburg, Virginia at Kingsmill Resort on Sunday, May 11, 2008.Annika gets the winner's shower after the final round of the Michelob Ultra Open in Williamsburg, Virginia at Kingsmill Resort on Sunday, May 11, 2008.
At the Upper Montclair Country Club on May 13, 2008 in Clifton, New Jersey Annika announced her retirement from competitive golf at the end of 2008.At the Upper Montclair Country Club on May 13, 2008 in Clifton, New Jersey Annika announced her retirement from competitive golf at the end of 2008.
Annika during the third round of the 2008 Sybase Classic at Upper Montclair Country Club in Clifton, New Jersey on Sunday, May 18, 2008.Annika during the third round of the 2008 Sybase Classic at Upper Montclair Country Club in Clifton, New Jersey on Sunday, May 18, 2008.
Annika signs autographs for fans during the third round of the Ginn Tribute Hosted by ANNIKA at RiverTowne Country Club on May 31, 2008 in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina.Annika signs autographs for fans during the third round of the Ginn Tribute Hosted by ANNIKA at RiverTowne Country Club on May 31, 2008 in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina.
Annika plays a bunker shot on the third hole during the third round of the Ginn Tribute.Annika plays a bunker shot on the third hole during the third round of the Ginn Tribute.
The McDonald's LPGA Championship at Bulle Rock Golf Club in Havre de Grace, Maryland on Thursday, June 5, 2008: Annika finished the tournament T3.The McDonald's LPGA Championship at Bulle Rock Golf Club in Havre de Grace, Maryland on Thursday, June 5, 2008: Annika finished the tournament T3.
The U.S. Women's Open Championship at Interlachen Country Club in Edina, Minnesota on Sunday, June 29, 2008: As always, the fans turn out for Annika.The U.S. Women's Open Championship at Interlachen Country Club in Edina, Minnesota on Sunday, June 29, 2008: As always, the fans turn out for Annika.
Making her own memories, Annika takes a picture of her coach and caddie during a practice round prior to the start of the U.S. Women's Open.Making her own memories, Annika takes a picture of her coach and caddie during a practice round prior to the start of the U.S. Women's Open.
Annika hits her third shot on the 18th hole to make eagle during the final round of the U.S. Women's Open.Annika hits her third shot on the 18th hole to make eagle during the final round of the U.S. Women's Open.
Annika finishes her play during the final round of the U.S. Women's Open.Annika finishes her play during the final round of the U.S. Women's Open.
Fans hold a a tribute banner to Annika during the final round of the Evian Masters at the Evian Masters Golf Club on July 27, 2008 in Evian, France.Fans hold a a tribute banner to Annika during the final round of the Evian Masters at the Evian Masters Golf Club on July 27, 2008 in Evian, France.
Final major for Annika: The Womens' British Open, Old Course, Sunningdale, Berkshire, England, 3rd August 2008.Final major for Annika: The Womens' British Open, Old Course, Sunningdale, Berkshire, England, 3rd August 2008.
An emotional farewell at the Womens' British Open.An emotional farewell at the Womens' British Open.
Annika celebrates a birdie putt on the second hole during the second round of the CN Canadian Women's Open at the Ottawa Hunt and Golf Club on August 15, 2008 in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.Annika celebrates a birdie putt on the second hole during the second round of the CN Canadian Women's Open at the Ottawa Hunt and Golf Club on August 15, 2008 in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
Annika sinks a par putt at the 13th hole during the final round of the LPGA Safeway Classic at the Columbia Edgewater Country Club on August 24, 2008 in Portland, Oregon.Annika sinks a par putt at the 13th hole during the final round of the LPGA Safeway Classic at the Columbia Edgewater Country Club on August 24, 2008 in Portland, Oregon.
Lorena Ochoa chats with Annika Sorenstam on the 11th hole during the second round of the Samsung World Championship at the Half Moon Bay Golf Links Ocean Course on October 3, 2008 in Half Moon Bay, California.Lorena Ochoa chats with Annika Sorenstam on the 11th hole during the second round of the Samsung World Championship at the Half Moon Bay Golf Links Ocean Course on October 3, 2008 in Half Moon Bay, California.
What lies ahead for Annika? The sky's the limit... Here she tees off on the 12th hole during the second round of the Kapalua LPGA Classic on October 17, 2008 at the Bay Course in Kapalua, Maui, Hawaii.What lies ahead for Annika? The sky's the limit... Here she tees off on the 12th hole during the second round of the Kapalua LPGA Classic on October 17, 2008 at the Bay Course in Kapalua, Maui, Hawaii.